Supply Chain Coordinator
Supply Chain Coordinator
Southern Cross Invercargill Hospital
Southern Cross Invercargill Hospital is the southernmost private surgical hospital in the Southern Cross network, it is widely known and used by people throughout the Southland and Queenstown-Wakatipu basin areas.
The hospital features advanced theatre systems, including robotic orthopaedic surgery. Our highly skilled and caring team provide excellent care to 4200 patients per year. Our elective surgical services include Breast; Endoscopy and Gastroenterology; General; Gynaecology; Ophthalmology; Oral and Maxillofacial; Orthopaedic; Ear Nose and Throat; and Urology surgery.
Mō te Tūranga | About the Role
As our Supply Chain Coordinator, you’ll be the engine room that keeps our hospital operating at its best. From receiving and storing stock to managing inventory accuracy and master data, you’ll ensure the right products are in the right place at exactly the right time — supporting clinicians to deliver outstanding patient care.
Working across the full onsite supply chain process, you’ll partner closely with the Supply Chain Manager and hospital teams to prevent stock shortages, resolve discrepancies, and drive smarter, more efficient ways of working. You’ll contribute to performance measures, support continuous improvement initiatives, and play a key role in maintaining a well-organised, audit-ready environment.
This is a permanent opportunity with 0.75 FTE based at our Southern Cross Invercargill Hospital.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
- 3+ years’ experience in inventory, supply chain, or warehousing environments where accuracy and pace are critical
- Proven experience using ERP systems to confidently manage inventory, replenishment, and data integrity
- Strong inventory control capability — healthcare experience is advantageous but not essential
- Exceptional attention to detail, balanced with the ability to see the bigger picture
- A natural problem-solver who enjoys investigating and resolving stock variances
- A practical, roll-up-your-sleeves mindset — you’re happy to jump in and get the work done
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships across clinical and non-clinical teams
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, with confidence in reporting and working with data
- A qualification in Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Logistics, or a related discipline is desirable
- APICS certification or similar professional accreditation would be an advantage
Ngā mea ka taea e mātou te tuku I a koe | What we can offer you:
- Competitive Rewards: Attractive remuneration package and employee referral bonus scheme.
- Health & Wellbeing: Funded health insurance, a comprehensive wellbeing programme, and generous Christmas/New Year breaks.
- Flexibility & Growth: Flexible working arrangements and a Nursing Council of New Zealand-approved PDRP.
- Perks & Community: Discounts from a range of partners and the opportunity to join our Employee Network.
Ko wai matou | Our Organisation
At Southern Cross Healthcare, our purpose is clear: to advance quality healthcare across Aotearoa New Zealand. Our values shape everything we do:
- Care First – We lead with compassion, delivering care that’s deeply human through genuine manaakitanga.
- Better Together – Collaboration is our strength. We unite diverse skills and perspectives to create better outcomes for all.
- Pursue Excellence – We strive to improve, innovate, and excel every day—never settling, always aiming to deliver our best.
We’re proud to bring together over 4,000 skilled professionals—including 2,000 nurses and anaesthetic technicians—working alongside more than 1,200 specialists, surgeons, anaesthetists, and allied health experts. Together, we’re one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest and most trusted healthcare providers.
Driven by a strong ‘for purpose’ ethos, we think beyond financial quarters—planning for generations to come.
Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and foster a culturally safe environment that reflects manaakitanga and values the unique perspectives of our people. Our core value, Better Together, guides our goal to build a workforce that mirrors the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand.
If you have specific needs or would like to discuss how we can support you, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@schl.co.nz for a confidential conversation.
Haere mai, ā, mā te mahi tahi ka whai wāhi ki tētahi mea whai take, ka āwhina i ngā tāngata ki te whai oranga mā te whakaaro anō ki te tautiaki hauora
Join us, and together, each of us can be part of something important, helping people live their best lives by reimagining healthcare.
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